Sliding Puzzle

The puzzle starts with numbers 1-8 randomly arranged in a 3x3 grid with one empty space

Click on any tile adjacent to the empty space to slide it into the empty position

Continue sliding tiles to arrange them in numerical order from 1-8

The goal is to get all numbers in order with the empty space in the bottom-right corner

Try to solve the puzzle in as few moves as possible and beat your best time

Click 'New Puzzle' to start a fresh challenge with a different arrangement

Challenge your viewers to solve it faster than you can

Let chat vote on which tile to move next for collaborative solving

Create speed-solving competitions with your community

Set move count and time goals for extra challenge

Use the puzzle as a 'brain break' between other games

Host tournaments where viewers compete for the lowest move count

Only tiles adjacent to the empty space can be moved

Tiles slide into the empty space when clicked

The puzzle is solved when numbers 1-8 are in order with the empty space last

Every generated puzzle is guaranteed to be solvable

Your best score (fewest moves) is automatically tracked

Timer starts when you make your first move

Start by getting the top row (1, 2, 3) in the correct position

Work systematically - solve one row at a time

The last two tiles often require special movement patterns

Don't be afraid to temporarily move solved pieces to access others

Practice the 'cycling' technique for moving tiles around obstacles

Most 8-puzzles can be solved in 20-30 moves with good strategy